An emir is a title used in Arab and Islamic cultures to refer to a ruler or leader of a region or tribe. They are generally considered to be like a king or a prince, having authority and influence over their people. Full definition
More than N70 million was realised on Saturday in Kano at the launch of a book written on the life of Sir Muhammadu Sanusi I, the grandfather of Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II. (newsdiaryonline.com)
Szifrón has taken some influence from Pedro Almodóvar (who in fact co-produces the movie), perhaps something from the Dionysiac wildness of Emir Kusturica and even the tensions of Spielberg's Duel and Tarantino's Pulp Fiction. (theguardian.com)
The Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Dr Kayode Fayemi has responded to the allegation by Emir of Kano, HRM Sanusi Lamido Sanusi who criticized some Ministers for their absence at an Investment forum organised by the Nigerian Embassy in Washington DC, USA. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)